(Choteau, M.T., August 18, 2026) – The Rocky Mountain Ranger District of the Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest will be accepting applications for 25 extended hunting camp permits in the Beaver-Willow road closure area. These extended-stay permits allow hunters to stay beyond the standard 16-day occupancy limit.
Applicants will be selected for the extensions using an anonymous lottery-style process until all 25 camps are authorized. The Rocky Mountain Ranger District will accept applications between Sept. 1 and Sept. 15, 2026. Applications must be received in the district office by 4:30 p.m. on Sept. 15 to be considered. Late submissions will not be accepted. The drawing for successful applicants will take place on or after Sept. 16, 2026 and applicants will be notified of the results by the end of the day.
To request an application package, or if you have questions about this program, please call our office at 406-466-5341. Interested individuals should complete an application form and mail or deliver it to:
Rocky Mountain Ranger District
1102 Main Ave N.
Choteau, MT 59422
